The Amazing Spider-Man ##55
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Stan Lee
Interior Artist
John Romita Sr. and Don Heck
Cover Artist
John Romita Sr.
Publication Date
December 1967
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 2 of the Doc Ock storyline. Doctor Octopus defeats Spider-Man and causes him to lose his memory, leading Peter Parker to believe he is Doc Ock's partner in crime. Features Aunt May and Gwen Stacy.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; significant blunting and wear on the upper-left and lower-left corners; visible edge wear along the right open edge; minor surface abrasions and light soiling on the white title/bottom banner areas; possible slight tanning of the paper stock.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $120 - $160; Graded (CGC 5.0): $185 - $225
Recent Sales
Recent sales for raw VG/FN copies range from $110 to $155. Graded 5.0 copies have recently sold for an average of $200 depending on eye appeal.
Grading Recommendation
Optional. While a classic Doc Ock cover, a 5.0 grade may not yield a high enough ROI after fees to justify grading for resale. Recommended for personal collection preservation or if a professional press can lift it to a 6.0/6.5.
Notable Features
Iconic 'Doc Ock Wins!' cover art by John Romita Sr. featuring a reflection in Doc Ock's goggles. Silver Age price variant (12 cent cover). Notable for the amnesia storyline.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Silver Age Marvel production signs: correct 'IND' marker placement, 12-cent price point consistent with 1967, and period-accurate font for the Marvel Comics Group header.